How To Look After Rock Orchid. During active growth of the orchid in the summer water thoroughly once the potting media is almost dry. Plants need a period of adjustment.
New orchids potted in glass see the roots are about an inch off the bottom Growing orchids in glass containers is a nice way to see the plant and the roots. Use your finger to monitor the dryness of the potting media to get an idea of when it needs watered. The compost should be open well drained and have about 25 rock present.
Plants need a period of adjustment.
Use an open friable litter that does not hold too much moisture and drains well. Follow these basic tips and you are well on the way to providing good phalaenopsis orchid care. Many more orchids die. Phalaenopsis also called moth orchids.